India-Africa Forum Summit Postponed Amid Ebola Outbreak Concerns
NEW DELHI – The highly anticipated Fourth India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS-IV), originally scheduled for May 28–31 in New Delhi, has been officially postponed. The decision comes in response to the escalating public health crisis caused by the Ebola outbreak in several African nations. In a joint statement released on Thursday, India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the African Union announced that, following extensive consultations, both parties agreed it would be “advisable to convene the Fourth India–Africa Forum Summit at a later date.” Ensuring Safety and Full Participation The summit, intended to be a landmark event held after a decade-long hiatus, was expected to host leaders from across the African continent to strengthen strategic partnerships and define a roadmap for future cooperation. However, the emergence of the Ebola virus necessitated a shift in plans. “Recognising the importance of ensuring the full participation and engagement of African leaders and stakeholders, and…